Business Details
23 Years
experience
Your Trusted Sarasota Acupuncture Experts
At Acupuncture Healing Center, we are dedicated to providing an integrated and holistic approach to healing through Traditional Chinese Medicine. Founded in 2003 by Dr. Shaun Dumas, our practice combines acupuncture, cupping, herbal medicine, and other alternative therapies to help patients achieve optimal wellness. With expertise in treating chronic pain, neurological issues, and autoimmune conditions, we prioritize personalized care tailored to each individual's needs. Our mission is to empower patients to live pain-free, balanced lives through natural healing modalities. Located in Sarasota, Florida, we serve communities across Sarasota and Manatee counties with compassionate, evidence-informed treatments. Over two decades, Dr. Dumas has developed specialized techniques that address root causes rather than symptoms, delivering lasting results for conditions like sciatica, diabetes complications, and post-surgical recovery.Patient testimonials consistently highlight our ability to provide relief where conventional methods have failed, including dramatic improvements in mobility, circulation, and overall quality of life. Our commitment to excellence extends to ongoing education and integration of research-backed practices, ensuring our patients receive the most effective care available. We maintain transparency in treatment plans and pricing while fostering a supportive environment for healing. By focusing on the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit, we help individuals restore balance and achieve their health goals. Our track record of positive outcomes, including accelerated surgical recovery and successful weight loss programs, demonstrates our dedication to advancing holistic healthcare in the communities we serve.
Services
Acupuncture
Cupping
Herbal Medicine
Moxibustion
Massage Therapy
Homeopathy
Acupuncture Point Injection Therapy
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We offer customized TCM treatments based on 20+ years of clinical experience
- Our founder specializes in addressing root causes of chronic conditions
- Patients report measurable improvements in pain levels and mobility
- We combine traditional methods with evidence-based practices
- Proven success in post-surgical recovery and autoimmune support
What people say
Immediate impact of treatment
30-pound weight loss in 40 days
Sciatica pain relief
Post-surgical recovery acceleration
Diabetic complication improvements
Services
Acupuncture
Our acupuncture treatments utilize ultra-fine needles to stimulate specific points along meridians, promoting natural healing and pain relief. This evidence-based practice addresses chronic conditions, acute injuries, and systemic imbalances by restoring the body's Qi flow. Patients experience reduced inflammation, improved circulation, and enhanced neurological function through personalized treatment plans developed over 20 years of clinical practice.
Cupping Therapy
Cupping therapy employs controlled suction to alleviate muscle tension, enhance blood flow, and remove toxins from soft tissues. This centuries-old technique effectively treats chronic pain conditions, sports injuries, and postural imbalances by creating localized microcirculation and promoting cellular repair. Our practitioners customize cupping intensity and duration to match individual patient needs for optimal therapeutic outcomes.
Herbal Medicine
We prescribe customized herbal formulations using premium-grade botanical ingredients to address internal medicine concerns and support organ system function. These traditional formulas complement acupuncture treatments by providing sustained therapeutic effects for digestive issues, hormonal imbalances, and immune system disorders. All herbs are sourced through rigorous quality control standards for maximum efficacy and safety.
Moxibustion
Moxibustion involves controlled burning of mugwort near specific acupuncture points to introduce therapeutic warmth into meridians and deeper tissues. This technique effectively treats cold-type conditions, menstrual irregularities, and digestive weakness by enhancing Qi circulation and cellular metabolism. Our practitioners carefully regulate treatment intensity to ensure patient comfort and optimal therapeutic response.
Massage Therapy
Our therapeutic Tui Na massage combines deep-tissue manipulation with acupressure techniques to relieve musculoskeletal pain and improve range of motion. This modality addresses chronic tension patterns, nerve compression, and postural imbalances through targeted manual therapy. Regular sessions enhance circulation, reduce inflammation, and accelerate recovery from both acute injuries and repetitive strain conditions.
People
Dr. Shaun Dumas
Founder & Lead Acupuncturist
Dr. Shaun Dumas has practiced Traditional Chinese Medicine for over two decades, developing specialized techniques for chronic pain management and post-surgical recovery. Her patient-centered approach combines clinical expertise with compassionate care, delivering measurable improvements in mobility, circulation, and overall wellness through personalized treatment protocols.
Questions
What conditions does your acupuncture practice treat?
We treat chronic pain, sciatica, diabetes complications, autoimmune conditions, headaches, fertility issues, and stress-related disorders using personalized TCM protocols.
Do you accept insurance for acupuncture treatments?
We provide documentation for out-of-network insurance claims and offer flexible payment options for all our Traditional Chinese Medicine services.
What makes your acupuncture approach unique?
Dr. Dumas combines 20+ years of clinical expertise with precise point selection and integrative techniques targeting root causes rather than temporary symptom relief.
Are your treatments covered by health savings accounts?
Yes, our acupuncture and alternative medicine services qualify for HSA/FSA reimbursement with proper documentation.
Reviews (1)
Mousa Wakileh
Jul 17, 2020
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Positive:Communication,Professionalism,Quality
Dr. Rachel is super knowledgeable, she understands the health and medicine extremely well. She is very organised and keeps track of health improvements. I have never seen someone as great as Dr. Rachel with her medicial comprehensive understandings.
Dr. Rachel is super knowledgeable, she understands the health and medicine extremely well. She is very organised and keeps track of health improvements. I have never seen someone as great as Dr. Rachel with her medicial comprehensive understandings.
